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With an influential audience of city mayors, urban planners and architects, this is Monocle’s guide to making better cities, be it new technology, state-of-the-art subways or compact apartments.episodicWith an influential audience of city mayors, urban planners and architects, this is Monocle’s guide to making better cities, be it new technology, state-of-the-art subways or compact apartments.Winkontent Ltd. 759286info@monocle.comMonocle2018 Monoclenohttps://www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/e6127ab7-b81e-456b-893c-a8d600215365/7903d81a-7481-40dd-85ff-a8db009e611f/ff59014c-a954-4271-8920-a8db009e612d/image.jpg?t=1527118485&size=LargeMonocle 24: The Urbanisthttps://monocle.com/radio/shows/the-urbanist
Tall Stories 137: The 1984 Sarajevo GamesTall Stories 137: The 1984 Sarajevo GamesWith civil war destroying much of what was built for the Games, this city’s Olympic legacy is a particularly poignant one. We reflect on the design achievements that were lost – and celebrate those that survived.]]>With civil war destroying much of what was built for the Games, this city’s Olympic legacy is a particularly poignant one. We reflect on the design achievements that were lost – and celebrate those that survived.fullMonocle097f639a-99ed-4af1-9fc5-a9b9012408aeMon, 17 Dec 2018 17:44:00 +000000:06:25https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-137-the-1984-sarajevo-games
TrafficTrafficCity-dwellers cannot avoid traffic jams, roundabouts and pedestrian crossings as cars continue to dominate our urban areas. Join us as we unpack traffic and how driving affects us.]]>City-dwellers cannot avoid traffic jams, roundabouts and pedestrian crossings as cars continue to dominate our urban areas. Join us as we unpack traffic and how driving affects us.fullMonocle48ae4eab-36e0-42dd-9846-a9b600aa8a03Fri, 14 Dec 2018 10:23:09 +000000:27:25https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/traffic
Tall Stories 136: the Supreme Court of British Columbia complexTall Stories 136: the Supreme Court of British Columbia complexWe’re in Vancouver to assess how one of its central institutional buildings – which is also one of the country’s architectural gems – might offer lessons to city-builders across Canada today.]]>We’re in Vancouver to assess how one of its central institutional buildings – which is also one of the country’s architectural gems – might offer lessons to city-builders across Canada today.fullMonoclecfb28ebc-b791-4d63-87d1-a9b200f81382Mon, 10 Dec 2018 15:04:05 +000000:06:50https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-136-the-supreme-court-of-british-colu
Athens specialAthens specialTo coincide with the release of our new Athens travel guide, Monocle’s Venetia Rainey takes the temperature of the city she calls home.]]>To coincide with the release of our new Athens travel guide, Monocle’s Venetia Rainey takes the temperature of the city she calls home.fullMonocle3cf3f7dc-3e7a-4ad3-ae0d-a9ae0124e3e1Thu, 06 Dec 2018 17:50:26 +000000:27:48https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/athens-special
Tall Stories 135: Niemeyer in TripoliTall Stories 135: Niemeyer in TripoliOscar Niemeyer designed the Rashid Karami International Fair in Tripoli in the 1960s. But before work was complete the country descended into civil war and now the magnificent site is slowly crumbling.]]>Oscar Niemeyer designed the Rashid Karami International Fair in Tripoli in the 1960s. But before work was complete the country descended into civil war and now the magnificent site is slowly crumbling.fullMonoclee7c70dcf-edfc-46eb-b4b9-a9ab01260d79Mon, 03 Dec 2018 17:52:01 +000000:05:50https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-135-niemeyer-in-tripoli
LA CoMotion part 2LA CoMotion part 2Monocle’s editor Andrew Tuck and America’s editor at large Ed Stocker wrap up their report from this year’s urban-mobility conference LA CoMotion.]]>Monocle’s editor Andrew Tuck and America’s editor at large Ed Stocker wrap up their report from this year’s urban-mobility conference LA CoMotion.fullMonocle8f838882-d8fd-4cbc-9998-a9a7011ab795Thu, 29 Nov 2018 17:11:17 +000000:28:10https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/la-comotion-part-2
Tall Stories 134: Northland MallTall Stories 134: Northland MallWhat can the mastermind of the much-maligned mall teach us about cherishing our high streets? Plenty, says Monocle's Josh Fehnert.]]>What can the mastermind of the much-maligned mall teach us about cherishing our high streets? Plenty, says Monocle's Josh Fehnert.fullMonocle0370330a-9cdb-4eb2-9c74-a9a401271e7eMon, 26 Nov 2018 17:55:19 +000000:05:50https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-134-northland-mall
LA CoMotion part 1LA CoMotion part 1Monocle’s editor Andrew Tuck and Americas editor at large Ed Stocker team up in Los Angeles to report from this year’s urban-mobility conference LA CoMotion.]]>Monocle’s editor Andrew Tuck and Americas editor at large Ed Stocker team up in Los Angeles to report from this year’s urban-mobility conference LA CoMotion.fullMonocle3a64c917-22cb-4a7e-9473-a9a001282884Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:00:07 +000000:28:43https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/la-comotion-part-1
Tall Stories 133: Red ViennaTall Stories 133: Red ViennaSandwiched between the grassroots Vienna settlement movement and the ascent of fascism in 1934, Red Vienna is a unique example of social housing.]]>Sandwiched between the grassroots Vienna settlement movement and the ascent of fascism in 1934, Red Vienna is a unique example of social housing.fullMonocleab990f11-9e3e-415a-bfe8-a99d012ebb89Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:23:35 +000000:09:03https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-133-red-vienna
The London busThe London busWe devote an episode to London’s most recognisable form of transport: the bus. Authors Travis Elborough and Joe Kerr discuss their book ‘Bus Fare’.]]>We devote an episode to London’s most recognisable form of transport: the bus. Authors Travis Elborough and Joe Kerr discuss their book ‘Bus Fare’.fullMonocle1966dd21-b4dd-47b0-8c42-a999012fb9c0Thu, 15 Nov 2018 18:29:49 +000000:29:26https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/the-london-bus
Tall Stories 132: London’s SohoTall Stories 132: London’s SohoMonocle 24's Fernando Augusto Pacheco examines the changing face of London's Soho, from it being a place where you’d go to dance to becoming a mecca for menswear.]]>Monocle 24's Fernando Augusto Pacheco examines the changing face of London's Soho, from it being a place where you’d go to dance to becoming a mecca for menswear.fullMonoclefb4b5ae3-b0f3-4b93-b18d-a99600d299daMon, 12 Nov 2018 12:47:36 +000000:03:53https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-132-london-s-soho
CityLab 2018CityLab 2018This year’s edition of CityLab brought together more than 600 city leaders to discuss some of the world’s most urgent urban issues; here’s our report.]]>This year’s edition of CityLab brought together more than 600 city leaders to discuss some of the world’s most urgent urban issues; here’s our report.fullMonoclea4e1693b-9c6a-44bb-abe5-a992012cd8d2Thu, 08 Nov 2018 18:17:40 +000000:32:45https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/citylab-2018
Tall Stories 131: Kavanagh buildingTall Stories 131: Kavanagh buildingMonocle editor Andrew Tuck takes us to Buenos Aires to bring us the story of what was once the highest skyscraper in Latin America.]]>Monocle editor Andrew Tuck takes us to Buenos Aires to bring us the story of what was once the highest skyscraper in Latin America.fullMonocle36d25ef7-7d51-4490-9176-a98f0130e906Mon, 05 Nov 2018 18:30:53 +000000:03:37https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-131-kavanagh-building
Special live editionSpecial live editionMonocle editor Andrew Tuck is joined by Henry Squire, Alice Cabaret, Sam Potte and Kat Hanna for a live edition of the programme, celebrating the launch of ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’.]]>Monocle editor Andrew Tuck is joined by Henry Squire, Alice Cabaret, Sam Potte and Kat Hanna for a live edition of the programme, celebrating the launch of ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’.fullMonocle0d0beffb-e739-49d4-b8ab-a98b0138f407Thu, 01 Nov 2018 19:01:16 +000000:30:12https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/special-live-edition
Tall Stories 130: Old Elbe tunnelTall Stories 130: Old Elbe tunnelWe head to the port city of Hamburg to explore a centenary structure that connects the centre to the southern shore of the Elbe.]]>We head to the port city of Hamburg to explore a centenary structure that connects the centre to the southern shore of the Elbe.fullMonocle2f5badae-5887-4c47-8dcd-a98801331154Mon, 29 Oct 2018 18:51:01 +000000:05:37https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-130-old-elbe-tunnel
Genoa: after the Morandi bridgeGenoa: after the Morandi bridgeOn 14 August, during heavy rainfall, a motorway bridge collapsed in Genoa. It brought the region to a standstill and now, two months on, we’re back in the city to try and understand the consequences.]]>On 14 August, during heavy rainfall, a motorway bridge collapsed in Genoa. It brought the region to a standstill and now, two months on, we’re back in the city to try and understand the consequences.fullMonoclefc44c93f-20e6-447d-a6f7-a9840138e25aThu, 25 Oct 2018 19:05:04 +000000:33:28https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/genoa-after-the-morandi-bridge
Tall Stories 129: Royal Tyrrell MuseumTall Stories 129: Royal Tyrrell MuseumWe’re in the small town of Drumheller in central Alberta to hear the story of a building that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.]]>We’re in the small town of Drumheller in central Alberta to hear the story of a building that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.fullMonocle8ff40c85-62f5-4060-a04d-a9810117e456Mon, 22 Oct 2018 17:00:09 +000000:11:32https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-129-royal-tyrrell-museum
Toronto’s mayoral electionToronto’s mayoral electionAs Toronto gears up to elect a new mayor, we bring you a special edition unpacking the key issues. Plus: interviews with the candidates: incumbent John Tory and former chief city-planner Jennifer Keesmaat.]]>As Toronto gears up to elect a new mayor, we bring you a special edition unpacking the key issues. Plus: interviews with the candidates: incumbent John Tory and former chief city-planner Jennifer Keesmaat.fullMonoclebf0fdf76-bc57-4c92-9d74-a97d010c0740Thu, 18 Oct 2018 16:31:17 +000000:29:48https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/toronto-s-mayoral-election
Tall Stories 128: Y-BlockTall Stories 128: Y-BlockWe’re in Oslo to hear the story of a former government building left in limbo since the 2011 terrorist attacks. But many argue in favour of its architectural value, mainly due to the large mural on its façade designed by Pablo Picasso.]]>We’re in Oslo to hear the story of a former government building left in limbo since the 2011 terrorist attacks. But many argue in favour of its architectural value, mainly due to the large mural on its façade designed by Pablo Picasso.fullMonocle69f32db9-e5f3-4bd0-bd56-a97a01065de5Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:56:07 +000000:06:24https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-128-y-block
Cities on screenCities on screenFrom sci-fi to rom-coms and beyond, we cast our gaze to the silver screen to get some notes on how to build our cities right, plus a bit of set-jetting too.]]>From sci-fi to rom-coms and beyond, we cast our gaze to the silver screen to get some notes on how to build our cities right, plus a bit of set-jetting too.fullMonocled0d99c7d-e83a-4644-b956-a976011105c4Thu, 11 Oct 2018 16:35:34 +000000:29:36https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/cities-on-screen
Tall Stories 127: Community cinemasTall Stories 127: Community cinemasDespite the arrival of streaming services and multiplex theatres, good independent cinemas are thriving. This week we examine the charm – and power – of the community cinema.]]>Despite the arrival of streaming services and multiplex theatres, good independent cinemas are thriving. This week we examine the charm – and power – of the community cinema.fullMonocle64e07945-b33b-4db0-81c6-a97300fbbbcbMon, 08 Oct 2018 15:18:17 +000000:05:19https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-127-community-cinemas
HighlightsHighlightsThis week we raid our archive and bring you a special highlight episode: we discover how Albania has cracked down on organised crime, why violent crime rates have been dropping in the US and much more.]]>This week we raid our archive and bring you a special highlight episode: we discover how Albania has cracked down on organised crime, why violent crime rates have been dropping in the US and much more.fullMonocle307d85d1-2b86-4ca5-aa27-a96f0120b7f7Thu, 04 Oct 2018 17:32:45 +000000:29:59https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/highlights
Tall Stories 126: Millennium DomeTall Stories 126: Millennium DomeThis bold urban project was designed to usher the UK into the third millennium but it didn't quite go according to plan.]]>This bold urban project was designed to usher the UK into the third millennium but it didn't quite go according to plan.fullMonocle3dffe539-9934-404b-87a2-a96c0117249fMon, 01 Oct 2018 16:57:17 +000000:07:45https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-126-millennium-dome
On the moveOn the moveIt’s the last instalment of our series unpacking ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. This week we turn our focus to mobility.]]>It’s the last instalment of our series unpacking ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. This week we turn our focus to mobility.fullMonocle5d216f03-52b3-4cc4-81ec-a96801322672Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:36:52 +000000:24:48https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/on-the-move-1
Tall Stories 125: Helsinki Central Railway StationTall Stories 125: Helsinki Central Railway StationWith 200,000 passengers a day, Helsinki Central Railway Station is Finland’s most visited building. But its significance for the Nordic nation lies in much more than just the people who travel through its doors.]]>With 200,000 passengers a day, Helsinki Central Railway Station is Finland’s most visited building. But its significance for the Nordic nation lies in much more than just the people who travel through its doors.fullMonocle00aabc0d-1a87-4468-bfb5-a9650111c2fdMon, 24 Sep 2018 16:37:30 +000000:04:36https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-125-helsinki-central-railway-station
Work & the cityWork & the cityWe continue to unpack our new book, ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. This week we turn our focus to chapter 7, looking at the places where we work.]]>We continue to unpack our new book, ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. This week we turn our focus to chapter 7, looking at the places where we work.fullMonocleb6751f60-788c-40fd-8e77-a9610124635bThu, 20 Sep 2018 17:47:41 +000000:28:54https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/work-the-city
Tall Stories 124: The Melnikov HouseTall Stories 124: The Melnikov House

Konstantin Melnikov’s most significant building was the house he built for himself in 1929. It remained in the Melnikov family for decades until, in 2014 after much legal wrangling, it was taken over by the Moscow Museum of Architecture.

]]>Konstantin Melnikov’s most significant building was the house he built for himself in 1929. It remained in the Melnikov family for decades until, in 2014 after much legal wrangling, it was taken over by the Moscow Museum of Architecture. fullMonoclecd607504-32c3-4bd6-8d7a-a95e010c6c26Mon, 17 Sep 2018 16:19:22 +000000:07:22https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-124-the-melnikov-house
Building Better Cities: BarcelonaBuilding Better Cities: BarcelonaWe continue to explore the pages of ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. This week we’re off to the Catalonian capital to hear how the city has changed through the years and what lessons it has learned for the future.]]>We continue to explore the pages of ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. This week we’re off to the Catalonian capital to hear how the city has changed through the years and what lessons it has learned for the future.fullMonocleab457ee0-1177-41b4-80f9-a95a013a03c2Thu, 13 Sep 2018 19:06:56 +000000:30:16https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/building-better-cities-barcelona
Tall Stories 123: Rowley, CanadaTall Stories 123: Rowley, CanadaAfter being a ghost town for decades, Rowley in central Alberta has been reinvented. With old Western-style buildings still intact, it has become a quirky spot in the middle of the Canadian prairies and an open-air museum of sorts.]]>After being a ghost town for decades, Rowley in central Alberta has been reinvented. With old Western-style buildings still intact, it has become a quirky spot in the middle of the Canadian prairies and an open-air museum of sorts.fullMonocle5dce0fb8-ee58-435b-946b-a957013ef920Mon, 10 Sep 2018 19:22:49 +000000:11:17https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-123-rowley-canada
Building better citiesBuilding better citiesAll this month we’re dedicating the show to chapters from our new book: ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. We start off with a series of essays that look at some of the challenges our urban areas face and how cities would be nothing without the people who inhabit them.]]>All this month we’re dedicating the show to chapters from our new book: ‘The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities’. We start off with a series of essays that look at some of the challenges our urban areas face and how cities would be nothing without the people who inhabit them.fullMonocle167edb32-011b-4ff5-99f4-a9530113c410Thu, 06 Sep 2018 16:45:56 +000000:29:25https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/building-better-cities
Tall Stories 122: Peckham RyeTall Stories 122: Peckham Rye

Peckham Rye has long been a source of inspiration to artists and writers; in this week’s Tall Stories we explore the history and atmosphere of the London park where William Blake once saw angels and to which Muriel Spark summoned devils.

]]>Peckham Rye has long been a source of inspiration to artists and writers; in this week’s Tall Stories we explore the history and atmosphere of the London park where William Blake once saw angels and to which Muriel Spark summoned devils. fullMonocle5e143361-d2b1-4ef0-b4a2-a950011d42dbMon, 03 Sep 2018 17:19:13 +000000:04:23https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-122-peckham-rye
Rediscovering LondonRediscovering LondonThere is something magical about finding an old photo of a familiar place and seeing how much it has changed. It is a powerful reminder of the life that unfolded on the streets long before you arrived.]]>There is something magical about finding an old photo of a familiar place and seeing how much it has changed. It is a powerful reminder of the life that unfolded on the streets long before you arrived.fullMonoclea495c473-d8bf-4a7c-a94c-a94c01238985Thu, 30 Aug 2018 17:48:37 +000000:30:36https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/rediscovering-london
Tall Stories 121: Toronto: The BentwayTall Stories 121: Toronto: The BentwayMonocle’s Toronto bureau chief shows us around The Bentway, a newly opened public area for the city under the Gardiner Expressway.]]>Monocle’s Toronto bureau chief shows us around The Bentway, a newly opened public area for the city under the Gardiner Expressway.fullMonoclee62acfc8-0082-459f-889d-a94a009272f0Tue, 28 Aug 2018 08:54:54 +000000:08:55https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-121-toronto-the-bentway
Urban thoughtsUrban thoughtsWe tour a new exhibition shining a light on Jerusalem, meet the architecture duo building libraries to bring the community together and ask: if everyone else was giving up their data, would you do it too?]]>We tour a new exhibition shining a light on Jerusalem, meet the architecture duo building libraries to bring the community together and ask: if everyone else was giving up their data, would you do it too?fullMonocle76198d2c-7c5d-48d0-b4a0-a94501260785Thu, 23 Aug 2018 17:52:57 +000000:27:10https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/urban-thoughts
Tall Stories 120: Hyde Park’s MastabaTall Stories 120: Hyde Park’s MastabaMonocle editor Andrew Tuck takes us on a stroll through London’s Hyde Park to visit a structure floating in the Serpentine: the Mastaba.]]>Monocle editor Andrew Tuck takes us on a stroll through London’s Hyde Park to visit a structure floating in the Serpentine: the Mastaba.fullMonoclec6ebb816-563d-4d33-ad62-a94201187a24Mon, 20 Aug 2018 17:02:23 +000000:03:31https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-120-hyde-park-s-mastaba
Book clubBook clubWe profile two new books: Alexandra Langue’s ‘The Design of Childhood’ and Kelvin Campbell’s ‘Making Massive Small Change’.]]>We profile two new books: Alexandra Langue’s ‘The Design of Childhood’ and Kelvin Campbell’s ‘Making Massive Small Change’.fullMonocle79b6763f-da80-43aa-a9a3-a93e0118e9cfThu, 16 Aug 2018 17:05:39 +000000:28:24https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/book-club
Tall Stories 119: Fritz WotrubaTall Stories 119: Fritz WotrubaFar away from the splendours of Vienna’s historic city centre lies a stupendous piece of architecture. It’s all concrete and glass, and it would be a perfect example of brutalist architecture were it not more of a sculpture than a building.]]>Far away from the splendours of Vienna’s historic city centre lies a stupendous piece of architecture. It’s all concrete and glass, and it would be a perfect example of brutalist architecture were it not more of a sculpture than a building.fullMonocleaed793c6-e7e4-4e87-a518-a93b011676ddMon, 13 Aug 2018 16:58:18 +000000:06:27https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-119-fritz-wotruba
PrivacyPrivacyOur thoughts on what should be private or off-limits are changing in every aspect of our lives, including the way we inhabit cities.]]>Our thoughts on what should be private or off-limits are changing in every aspect of our lives, including the way we inhabit cities.fullMonoclef3fb9bca-73ec-472c-949c-a9370122c610Thu, 09 Aug 2018 17:41:03 +000000:27:20https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/privacy
Tall Stories 118: Domino ParkTall Stories 118: Domino ParkMonocle’s Ed Stocker takes us to the Williamsburg waterfront in New York, where a new space has just opened to the public.]]>Monocle’s Ed Stocker takes us to the Williamsburg waterfront in New York, where a new space has just opened to the public.fullMonocle711c018d-a495-45ba-ad45-a93401124b7aMon, 06 Aug 2018 16:42:30 +000000:05:14https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/domino-park
Shhh, be quietShhh, be quietWhat role does the humble public library play in cities today? Join us as we hear about the impromptu libraries popping up in private houses, reminisce about the bookmobile, discover how one library has employed a team of bats and hear about public libraries in North America.]]>What role does the humble public library play in cities today? Join us as we hear about the impromptu libraries popping up in private houses, reminisce about the bookmobile, discover how one library has employed a team of bats and hear about public libraries in North America.fullMonocle575ce992-dd64-488d-8541-a930015efda4Thu, 02 Aug 2018 21:32:28 +000000:30:05https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/shhh-be-quiet
Tall Stories 117: the hypermarketTall Stories 117: the hypermarketThese white elephants are blamed for destroying communities around the world but Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco suggests that we look at them differently.]]>These white elephants are blamed for destroying communities around the world but Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco suggests that we look at them differently.fullMonocle46b1fcc0-217c-4cb4-a370-a92d0111aeb8Mon, 30 Jul 2018 16:37:39 +000000:04:31https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-117-the-hypermarket
Crime and the cityCrime and the cityWe focus on our home city, London, because recent statistics back up what many Londoners have been feeling for months: that we are living through a spike in crime. Andrew Tuck is joined by Anna Mansfield, Rory Geoghegan, Livvy Haydock and Richard Sennett to discuss if there is an urban solution.]]>We focus on our home city, London, because recent statistics back up what many Londoners have been feeling for months: that we are living through a spike in crime. Andrew Tuck is joined by Anna Mansfield, Rory Geoghegan, Livvy Haydock and Richard Sennett to discuss if there is an urban solution.fullMonocle6f7ac3bf-03f5-45f0-af29-a92901195b7cThu, 26 Jul 2018 17:08:24 +000000:30:18https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/crime-and-the-city
Tall Stories 116: The WestwayTall Stories 116: The WestwayWe turn our attention to the stretch of elevated motorway that was built as part of an abandoned scheme to turn London into a motor city.]]>We turn our attention to the stretch of elevated motorway that was built as part of an abandoned scheme to turn London into a motor city.fullMonocle8c0c0e77-6d33-4a5d-b2db-a92600f28dd4Mon, 23 Jul 2018 14:44:06 +000000:06:50https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-116-the-westway
Beirut Design Week 2018Beirut Design Week 2018Beirut’s Design Week wants to encourage designers and planners to engage more in solving the city’s many urban issues. So can some tactical urbanism improve quality of life in the Lebanese capital?]]>Beirut’s Design Week wants to encourage designers and planners to engage more in solving the city’s many urban issues. So can some tactical urbanism improve quality of life in the Lebanese capital?fullMonocle66d154f5-b492-49cd-bcdc-a922011699cdThu, 19 Jul 2018 16:58:53 +000000:30:17https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/beirut-design-week-2018
Tall Stories 115: London’s pedwayTall Stories 115: London’s pedwayThis week our editor Andrew Tuck goes cycling in London to bring us an elevated experience.]]>This week our editor Andrew Tuck goes cycling in London to bring us an elevated experience.fullMonocle2c57f7ae-55a7-4206-b734-a91f0107fe43Mon, 16 Jul 2018 16:02:32 +000000:03:16https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-115-london-s-pedway
Time to cool itTime to cool itWe take a step back, look at the life unfolding around us and ask: have our cities become a little too orderly?]]>We take a step back, look at the life unfolding around us and ask: have our cities become a little too orderly?fullMonocle5687929e-2e8e-4b0e-967d-a91b01155137Thu, 12 Jul 2018 16:53:12 +000000:30:21https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/time-to-cool-it
Tall Stories 114: Il QuadrilateroTall Stories 114: Il QuadrilateroThis week we’re in the Adriatic port city of Trieste, where Monocle’s Alexei Korolyov has been to visit a brutalist council home with a troubled history. ]]>This week we’re in the Adriatic port city of Trieste, where Monocle’s Alexei Korolyov has been to visit a brutalist council home with a troubled history. fullMonocleb5ce882d-6d8a-4bc9-91b2-a9180116ba80Mon, 09 Jul 2018 17:45:22 +000000:06:59https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-114-il-quadrilatero
Cities on the riseCities on the riseThis week we’re in the Irish port city of Cork for the Academy of Urbanism’s annual congress. The focus of this year’s edition is as much about unlocking the potential of so-called second cities as it is about tackling the challenges posed by the bigger ones.]]>This week we’re in the Irish port city of Cork for the Academy of Urbanism’s annual congress. The focus of this year’s edition is as much about unlocking the potential of so-called second cities as it is about tackling the challenges posed by the bigger ones.fullMonoclee74f7442-05be-43b5-9e82-a91401158152Thu, 05 Jul 2018 17:00:15 +000000:29:48https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/cities-on-the-rise
Tall Stories 113: Ridley Road MarketTall Stories 113: Ridley Road MarketAs the gentrification of London accelerates, is it possible to achieve a symbiotic relationship between locals and newcomers? This week we delve deep into one of Hackney’s oldest markets to find out how much has changed.]]>As the gentrification of London accelerates, is it possible to achieve a symbiotic relationship between locals and newcomers? This week we delve deep into one of Hackney’s oldest markets to find out how much has changed.fullMonocle9e50b3cc-3147-4e79-bae4-a91200ae3080Tue, 03 Jul 2018 10:35:49 +000000:06:44https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/ridley-road-market
Zürich specialZürich specialA special edition of the show as we broadcast from our new bureau in the city. Reports include a closer look at the lake, Zürich’s relationship with noise and why you should venture to the northern reaches of the city.]]>A special edition of the show as we broadcast from our new bureau in the city. Reports include a closer look at the lake, Zürich’s relationship with noise and why you should venture to the northern reaches of the city.fullMonocle3ab2dbbc-7836-4134-9c17-a90e00a82dd5Fri, 29 Jun 2018 10:19:14 +000000:30:10https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/z-rich-special
Tall Stories 112: Rote FabrikTall Stories 112: Rote FabrikOriginally built in 1892, this former factory was due for demolition in the 1970s but was saved by local campaigners. It now stands proudly next to Lake Zürich as a cultural hub. ]]>Originally built in 1892, this former factory was due for demolition in the 1970s but was saved by local campaigners. It now stands proudly next to Lake Zürich as a cultural hub. fullMonocle3c463c93-8532-41d6-85ae-a90a01082b55Mon, 25 Jun 2018 16:03:22 +000000:05:07https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-112-rote-fabrik
Resite 2018Resite 2018We report from the Resite conference in Prague and explore the theme: ‘accommodate’. From businesses, to homes and people: how should cities be planned to ensure there is enough space for everyone? Featuring Jeanne Gang, Sou Fujimoto, Elizabeth Streb and Dara Huang.]]>We report from the Resite conference in Prague and explore the theme: ‘accommodate’. From businesses, to homes and people: how should cities be planned to ensure there is enough space for everyone? Featuring Jeanne Gang, Sou Fujimoto, Elizabeth Streb and Dara Huang.fullMonocle5c10c5a4-9822-466a-ba98-a9060123a9d4Thu, 21 Jun 2018 17:45:17 +000000:29:54https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/resite-2018
The Walt Disney Concert HallThe Walt Disney Concert HallStanding proudly in downtown Los Angeles, the Walt Disney Concert Hall is difficult to miss. The complex may fool you at first with its sharp stainless steel edges but once inside the tone changes and it becomes warm and inviting.]]>Standing proudly in downtown Los Angeles, the Walt Disney Concert Hall is difficult to miss. The complex may fool you at first with its sharp stainless steel edges but once inside the tone changes and it becomes warm and inviting.fullMonoclef2161d63-dc3d-4a82-a36d-a90300f04d25Mon, 18 Jun 2018 14:42:15 +000000:08:05https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/the-walt-disney-concert-hall
Football and urbanismFootball and urbanismFrom floating pitches to the importance of stadiums to their cities, as fans around the world prepare for kick-off in Russia, we take a broader look at the role that football can play in bringing people together.]]>From floating pitches to the importance of stadiums to their cities, as fans around the world prepare for kick-off in Russia, we take a broader look at the role that football can play in bringing people together.fullMonoclef0c02019-887e-47a0-b4be-a8ff014b4142Thu, 14 Jun 2018 20:13:14 +000000:25:17https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/football-and-urbanism
Tall Stories 110: SeoulTall Stories 110: SeoulThis week our correspondent Jason Strother delves into the history of Seoul to explore what keeps this vibrant city afloat.]]>This week our correspondent Jason Strother delves into the history of Seoul to explore what keeps this vibrant city afloat.fullMonoclecda1d963-33c6-47ba-8194-a8fc01566b99Mon, 11 Jun 2018 20:50:19 +000000:07:06https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-110-seoul
Smart cities and housingSmart cities and housingWe speak to Jonathan Woetzel from the McKinsey Global Institute to hear how we can use technology to improve our quality of life. Plus: commuting between Austria and Slovakia and the president of the Urban Land Institute.]]>We speak to Jonathan Woetzel from the McKinsey Global Institute to hear how we can use technology to improve our quality of life. Plus: commuting between Austria and Slovakia and the president of the Urban Land Institute.fullMonocle97fb155b-d30c-4b5b-a805-a8f801239b3bThu, 07 Jun 2018 17:46:56 +000000:26:05https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/smart-cities-and-housing
Tall Stories 109: MerihakaTall Stories 109: MerihakaThis week we head to Helsinki to hear the story of the brutalist high-rise Merihaka: one of the cities most unloved buildings.]]>This week we head to Helsinki to hear the story of the brutalist high-rise Merihaka: one of the cities most unloved buildings.fullMonocle45fb4db0-9e3f-495b-8bee-a8f501237892Mon, 04 Jun 2018 17:45:10 +000000:05:37https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-109-merihaka
Venice Biennale and moreVenice Biennale and moreWe report from the Venice Biennale 2018 where we sit down for a chat with the architect David Chipperfield and also with Helsinki’s mayor Jan Vapaavuori. We also meet the architect running for mayor of Bratislava and find out what he might bring to the table.]]>We report from the Venice Biennale 2018 where we sit down for a chat with the architect David Chipperfield and also with Helsinki’s mayor Jan Vapaavuori. We also meet the architect running for mayor of Bratislava and find out what he might bring to the table.fullMonocle8995d7fc-2235-4edb-b6ef-a8f1012a5ed2Thu, 31 May 2018 18:09:42 +000000:28:56https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/venice-biennale-and-more
Tall Stories 108: London’s PrincipalTall Stories 108: London’s PrincipalWe visit London’s Bloomsbury neighbourhood to hear the story of a recently refurbished 1890s gem: the Principal hotel.]]>We visit London’s Bloomsbury neighbourhood to hear the story of a recently refurbished 1890s gem: the Principal hotel.fullMonocleda846a08-ebfc-4a89-b785-a8ee016adb66Mon, 28 May 2018 22:02:43 +000000:04:24https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-108-london-s-principal
Cities in focusCities in focusWe meet the architect and artist Daan Roosegaarde to hear about his projects tackling air pollution, look at the legacy of the outgoing mayor of Vienna and catch up with Egypt’s plans for a purpose-built administrative capital.]]>We meet the architect and artist Daan Roosegaarde to hear about his projects tackling air pollution, look at the legacy of the outgoing mayor of Vienna and catch up with Egypt’s plans for a purpose-built administrative capital.fullMonoclec64af05c-9bbd-47b6-be5a-a8ea01181810Thu, 24 May 2018 17:02:32 +000000:28:43https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/cities-in-focus
Tall Stories 107: Alexandra PalaceTall Stories 107: Alexandra PalaceThis week we hear the story of one of London’s Victorian wonders: Alexandra Palace. It has long served as a centre for entertainment in north London, despite its tumultuous past.]]>This week we hear the story of one of London’s Victorian wonders: Alexandra Palace. It has long served as a centre for entertainment in north London, despite its tumultuous past.fullMonocle93b18057-90ff-409d-bbe3-a8e7011f17f0Mon, 21 May 2018 17:26:30 +000000:05:45https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-107-alexandra-palace
Mobility and moreMobility and moreThis week we report from a new exhibition highlighting how London changes once the sun sets, have a discussion about driverless cars and ask if a light-rail project is finally coming to Canberra?]]>This week we report from a new exhibition highlighting how London changes once the sun sets, have a discussion about driverless cars and ask if a light-rail project is finally coming to Canberra?fullMonocleb7a0a77d-eb88-4efc-b722-a8e3012b0c53Thu, 17 May 2018 18:11:28 +000000:25:55https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/mobility-and-more
Tall Stories 106: Wellington’s waterfrontTall Stories 106: Wellington’s waterfrontThis week we head to New Zealand’s capital to discover the resourceful way the city has expanded since its 19th-century European settlement.]]>This week we head to New Zealand’s capital to discover the resourceful way the city has expanded since its 19th-century European settlement.fullMonocle68bee964-5926-41fb-92cf-a8e0012499ecTue, 15 May 2018 08:37:10 +000000:07:12https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/wellington-s-waterfront
What’s new?What’s new?This week we meet graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister, hear all about Groningen’s cycling revolution and get a sneak peek of the University of Toronto’s School of Cities.]]>This week we meet graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister, hear all about Groningen’s cycling revolution and get a sneak peek of the University of Toronto’s School of Cities.fullMonocle82d153c0-f7a7-432f-b536-a8dc011ac189Thu, 10 May 2018 17:12:06 +000000:28:00https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/what-s-new-1
Tall Stories 105: Tsukiji HonganjiTall Stories 105: Tsukiji HonganjiIf you were trying to picture a traditional Japanese temple it probably wouldn’t look anything like Tsukiji Honganji. This week our Asia bureau chief Fiona Wilson brings us the story of one of Tokyo’s most iconic Buddhist temples.]]>If you were trying to picture a traditional Japanese temple it probably wouldn’t look anything like Tsukiji Honganji. This week our Asia bureau chief Fiona Wilson brings us the story of one of Tokyo’s most iconic Buddhist temples.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/05/tall-stories-105.mp3Mon, 07 May 2018 23:00:00 +000000:04:27https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-105-tsukiji-honganji
A few thingsA few thingsWe empty out The Urbanist closet to bring you some of the stories we’ve been working on, including: urban art in Toronto, architecture through the eyes of Claude Monet and a chat with Bruce Katz about his new book ‘The New Localism’.]]>We empty out The Urbanist closet to bring you some of the stories we’ve been working on, including: urban art in Toronto, architecture through the eyes of Claude Monet and a chat with Bruce Katz about his new book ‘The New Localism’.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/05/342.mp3Thu, 03 May 2018 19:02:00 +000000:29:17https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/a-few-things
Tall Stories 104: Sea Point PavilionTall Stories 104: Sea Point PavilionMore than two decades since the end of Apartheid in South Africa, the city of Cape Town still struggles with a unique form of urban segregation. There is one space, however, where people of all backgrounds regularly come together to breathe in the salty Atlantic air and enjoy a day by the sea.]]>More than two decades since the end of Apartheid in South Africa, the city of Cape Town still struggles with a unique form of urban segregation. There is one space, however, where people of all backgrounds regularly come together to breathe in the salty Atlantic air and enjoy a day by the sea.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/tall-stories-104.mp3Mon, 30 Apr 2018 15:39:00 +000000:04:11https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-104-sea-point-pavilion
The crowd effectThe crowd effectWe examine how crowdfunding is being applied to real estate and local government – and why one US mayor is taking this phenomenon with a pinch of salt. Can you create a more successful city if you ask the crowd?]]>We examine how crowdfunding is being applied to real estate and local government – and why one US mayor is taking this phenomenon with a pinch of salt. Can you create a more successful city if you ask the crowd?fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/341.mp3Thu, 26 Apr 2018 19:02:00 +000000:29:07https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/the-crowd-effect
Tall Stories 103: The Prince Charles CinemaTall Stories 103: The Prince Charles CinemaAlmost every cinema is adopting a new gimmick in the hope of standing out from the crowd. But one cinema in London has such a unique history that it’s become as much of a cult hit as the films it presents.]]>Almost every cinema is adopting a new gimmick in the hope of standing out from the crowd. But one cinema in London has such a unique history that it’s become as much of a cult hit as the films it presents.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/tall-stories-103.mp3Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:50:00 +000000:07:04https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-103-the-prince-charles-cinema
Let’s get movingLet’s get movingWe get a return ticket to one of the most important themes covered on ‘The Urbanist’ – mobility. As cities push to be less dependent on cars and promote public transport, we look at three outposts to see what they are getting right.]]>We get a return ticket to one of the most important themes covered on ‘The Urbanist’ – mobility. As cities push to be less dependent on cars and promote public transport, we look at three outposts to see what they are getting right.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/340.mp3Thu, 19 Apr 2018 19:02:00 +000000:28:34https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/let-s-get-moving
Tall Stories 102: Ronnie Scott’sTall Stories 102: Ronnie Scott’sRonnie Scott’s has been bringing some of the best jazz performers and singers to London since 1959. This week, our own Daphne Karnezis peeks behind the curtain to tell us the story of one of Soho’s most iconic venues.]]>Ronnie Scott’s has been bringing some of the best jazz performers and singers to London since 1959. This week, our own Daphne Karnezis peeks behind the curtain to tell us the story of one of Soho’s most iconic venues.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/tall-stories-102.mp3Mon, 16 Apr 2018 09:40:00 +000000:06:20https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-102-ronnie-scott-s
Turning off the tapTurning off the tapCape Town was set to run out of drinkable water in less than 10 days from now. But as the city narrowly avoided the dreaded “Day Zero”, it has ignited a worldwide debate about the issue and how to ensure this won’t happen in the near future elsewhere.]]>Cape Town was set to run out of drinkable water in less than 10 days from now. But as the city narrowly avoided the dreaded “Day Zero”, it has ignited a worldwide debate about the issue and how to ensure this won’t happen in the near future elsewhere.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/339.mp3Thu, 12 Apr 2018 19:02:00 +000000:28:35https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/turning-off-the-tap
Tall Stories 101: Record shopsTall Stories 101: Record shopsMonocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the enduring appeal of record shops and how they can define cities. From music megastores to that cosy record shop, he muses on the main challenges of music stores today.]]>Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the enduring appeal of record shops and how they can define cities. From music megastores to that cosy record shop, he muses on the main challenges of music stores today.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/tall-stories-101.mp3Mon, 09 Apr 2018 15:40:00 +000000:05:02https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-101-record-shops
Animal spiritsAnimal spiritsThis week is all about animals and cities: from backyard chickens to birdwatching and even entrepreneurs making life easier for your furry friend. Plus: how can we design our public spaces in a more animal-friendly way?]]>This week is all about animals and cities: from backyard chickens to birdwatching and even entrepreneurs making life easier for your furry friend. Plus: how can we design our public spaces in a more animal-friendly way?fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/338.mp3Thu, 05 Apr 2018 19:02:00 +000000:25:28https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/animal-spirits
Tall Stories 100: London’s National TheatreTall Stories 100: London’s National TheatreOur editor Andrew Tuck takes us to London’s National Theatre, a brutalist wonder built by the architect Sir Denys Lasdun.]]>Our editor Andrew Tuck takes us to London’s National Theatre, a brutalist wonder built by the architect Sir Denys Lasdun.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/04/tall-stories-100.mp3Mon, 02 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +000000:03:20https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-100-london-s-national-theatre
Reclaiming the streetsReclaiming the streetsPolitics and city living are intertwined – and there’s no better place to witness it than at a demonstration. Be it a students’ march, silent walkout or pro-immigration protest, it’s about coming together in a public space for a rallying cry that screams “enough!”.]]>Politics and city living are intertwined – and there’s no better place to witness it than at a demonstration. Be it a students’ march, silent walkout or pro-immigration protest, it’s about coming together in a public space for a rallying cry that screams “enough!”.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/337.mp3Thu, 29 Mar 2018 19:02:00 +000000:28:02https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/reclaiming-the-streets
Tall Stories 99: Brussels' KanalTall Stories 99: Brussels' KanalIn 2023 a new museum for modern and contemporary art is coming to Brussels​. We ask whether architecture ​and good design can bring new life to ​the Belgium capital.​]]>In 2023 a new museum for modern and contemporary art is coming to Brussels​. We ask whether architecture ​and good design can bring new life to ​the Belgium capital.​fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/tall-stories-99.mp3Mon, 26 Mar 2018 16:00:00 +000000:04:21https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-99-brussels-kanal
Was that on purpose?Was that on purpose?Around the world you’ll find examples of cities that were built to order. Because whether it’s a megalomaniac’s metropolis in the middle of the desert or a new administrative capital for a reviving nation, there’s something appealing about starting from scratch.]]>Around the world you’ll find examples of cities that were built to order. Because whether it’s a megalomaniac’s metropolis in the middle of the desert or a new administrative capital for a reviving nation, there’s something appealing about starting from scratch.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/336.mp3Thu, 22 Mar 2018 19:02:00 +000000:30:44https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/was-that-on-purpose
Tall Stories 98: Austria’s KaiserlindenTall Stories 98: Austria’s KaiserlindenThis week we look at the Kaiserlinden: imperial trees planted in the heyday of the Austro-Hungarian empire at the end of the 19th century. Protected by the government, they are important political symbols of past glories.]]>This week we look at the Kaiserlinden: imperial trees planted in the heyday of the Austro-Hungarian empire at the end of the 19th century. Protected by the government, they are important political symbols of past glories.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/tall-stories-98.mp3Mon, 19 Mar 2018 12:20:00 +000000:04:19https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-98-austria-s-kaiserlinden
Urban crimeUrban crimeThe city has often been seen as a place where bad things happen – especially crime. And while many are still the backdrop against which murderers, robbers and fraudsters commit their offences, cities have actually become much safer in recent years.]]>The city has often been seen as a place where bad things happen – especially crime. And while many are still the backdrop against which murderers, robbers and fraudsters commit their offences, cities have actually become much safer in recent years.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/335.mp3Thu, 15 Mar 2018 19:02:00 +000000:30:01https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/urban-crime
Tall Stories 97: Newport’s Transporter BridgeTall Stories 97: Newport’s Transporter BridgeFrom film appearances to miner takeovers, Newport’s Transporter Bridge has had a turbulent century at the heart of South Wales. Monocle’s George McDonagh, a native of the area, profiles of the iconic structure.]]>From film appearances to miner takeovers, Newport’s Transporter Bridge has had a turbulent century at the heart of South Wales. Monocle’s George McDonagh, a native of the area, profiles of the iconic structure.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/tall-stories-97.mp3Mon, 12 Mar 2018 14:00:00 +000000:06:34https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-97-newport-s-transporter-bridge
From grey to greenFrom grey to greenCities are some of the world’s biggest polluters so how should we reimagine urban living to tackle climate change? We bring you a special report from the CitiesIPCC Cities and Climate Change Science Conference, where we met scientists, global leaders and policymakers who are trying to make city living greener.]]>Cities are some of the world’s biggest polluters so how should we reimagine urban living to tackle climate change? We bring you a special report from the CitiesIPCC Cities and Climate Change Science Conference, where we met scientists, global leaders and policymakers who are trying to make city living greener.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/334.mp3Thu, 08 Mar 2018 19:02:00 +000000:27:50https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/from-grey-to-green
Tall Stories 96: Marrakech’s Jardin SecretTall Stories 96: Marrakech’s Jardin SecretMonocle’s Chiara Rimella reveals the secrets behind Marrakech’s plant-filled courtyards – and tells us why this city could become a haven for gardens like the peaceful Jardin Secret.]]>Monocle’s Chiara Rimella reveals the secrets behind Marrakech’s plant-filled courtyards – and tells us why this city could become a haven for gardens like the peaceful Jardin Secret.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/tall-stories-96.mp3Mon, 05 Mar 2018 15:30:00 +000000:05:17https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-96-marrakech-s-jardin-secret
Congestion chargeCongestion chargeAs London marks 15 years since it started getting cars off the streets with its congestion charge, we turn the spotlight to the UK’s roads. Does the congestion charge go far enough?]]>As London marks 15 years since it started getting cars off the streets with its congestion charge, we turn the spotlight to the UK’s roads. Does the congestion charge go far enough?fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/03/333.mp3Thu, 01 Mar 2018 19:02:00 +000000:27:23https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/congestion-charge
Tall Stories 95: Khodynka FieldTall Stories 95: Khodynka FieldKhodynka Field in northwest Moscow is the site of a tragic stampede that overshadowed the dying decades of the Russian empire. After the Revolution it became the hub for the Soviet aviation industry and today it is one of the few examples, however modest, of a successful public initiative in the city.]]>Khodynka Field in northwest Moscow is the site of a tragic stampede that overshadowed the dying decades of the Russian empire. After the Revolution it became the hub for the Soviet aviation industry and today it is one of the few examples, however modest, of a successful public initiative in the city.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/tall-stories-95.mp3Mon, 26 Feb 2018 12:30:00 +000000:05:12https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-95-khodynka-field
Out and aboutOut and aboutWe’ve been on the road and gathered two reports for you. First up, our editor Andrew Tuck reports from Poland as global architects, developers and city hall asked if a new grand project would be good for Warsaw? And then we’re in Malaysia to report from UN-Habitat’s World Urban Forum.]]>We’ve been on the road and gathered two reports for you. First up, our editor Andrew Tuck reports from Poland as global architects, developers and city hall asked if a new grand project would be good for Warsaw? And then we’re in Malaysia to report from UN-Habitat’s World Urban Forum.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/332.mp3Thu, 22 Feb 2018 19:02:00 +000000:26:56https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/out-and-about
Tall Stories 94: the Maat effectTall Stories 94: the Maat effectMonocle editor Andrew Tuck looks to the banks of the River Tagus in Lisbon to assess just how powerful the new Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology can be for the city.]]>Monocle editor Andrew Tuck looks to the banks of the River Tagus in Lisbon to assess just how powerful the new Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology can be for the city.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/tall-stories-94.mp3Mon, 19 Feb 2018 12:20:00 +000000:03:24https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-94-the-maat-effect
Sound and citySound and cityThis week we focus on urbanism, architecture, acoustics and sound artists. We’re reporting from Resonate, a one-day conference in Lisbon by Resite, Maat and Meyer Sound that gathered an international crowd.]]>This week we focus on urbanism, architecture, acoustics and sound artists. We’re reporting from Resonate, a one-day conference in Lisbon by Resite, Maat and Meyer Sound that gathered an international crowd.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/331.mp3Thu, 15 Feb 2018 19:02:00 +000000:30:32https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/sound-and-city
Tall Stories 93: Do interiors deserve the same recognition as façades?Tall Stories 93: Do interiors deserve the same recognition as façades?“Hands off my Johnson” has been the rallying cry of the Big Apple’s designers and architects opposed to proposed changes to Manhattan’s iconic AT&T Building. Our New York bureau chief Ed Stocker has more.]]>“Hands off my Johnson” has been the rallying cry of the Big Apple’s designers and architects opposed to proposed changes to Manhattan’s iconic AT&T Building. Our New York bureau chief Ed Stocker has more.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/tall-stories-93.mp3Mon, 12 Feb 2018 12:04:00 +000000:05:02https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-93-do-interiors-deserve-the-same-reco
Enjoying the cityEnjoying the cityFrom increasing green space to reducing traffic levels and improving mobility, there are several ways to make city-living a little easier. But can you measure just how tranquil urban spaces really are?]]>From increasing green space to reducing traffic levels and improving mobility, there are several ways to make city-living a little easier. But can you measure just how tranquil urban spaces really are?fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/330.mp3Thu, 08 Feb 2018 19:02:00 +000000:27:47https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/enjoying-the-city
Tall Stories 92: Wilton’s Music HallTall Stories 92: Wilton’s Music HallA sneak peak into the history of one of the world’s last surviving grand music halls.]]>A sneak peak into the history of one of the world’s last surviving grand music halls.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/tall-stories-92.mp3Mon, 05 Feb 2018 16:40:00 +000000:04:27https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-92-wilton-s-music-hall
More than a titleMore than a titleFrom night mayors and music czars to bicycle mayors and ministers of loneliness, we explore the unusual ways to make a city tick.]]>From night mayors and music czars to bicycle mayors and ministers of loneliness, we explore the unusual ways to make a city tick.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/02/329.mp3Thu, 01 Feb 2018 19:02:00 +000000:28:33https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/more-than-a-title
Tall Stories 91: the Hollywood Walk of FameTall Stories 91: the Hollywood Walk of FameFor the millions of yearly visitors to Los Angeles, there is one landmark that perhaps speaks most clearly of the glamour and the glories of North America’s film-making centre: the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tomos Lewis goes on a stroll.]]>For the millions of yearly visitors to Los Angeles, there is one landmark that perhaps speaks most clearly of the glamour and the glories of North America’s film-making centre: the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tomos Lewis goes on a stroll.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/tall-stories-91.mp3Mon, 29 Jan 2018 16:22:00 +000000:10:57https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-91-the-hollywood-walk-of-fame
Cities and Trump: one year onCities and Trump: one year onThe 2016 race to the White House was one of the most divisive campaigns in modern US history. One year on, we assess US cities under Trump and ask if there’s a silver lining: are they taking charge of their own futures?]]>The 2016 race to the White House was one of the most divisive campaigns in modern US history. One year on, we assess US cities under Trump and ask if there’s a silver lining: are they taking charge of their own futures?fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/328.mp3Thu, 25 Jan 2018 19:02:00 +000000:30:14https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/cities-and-trump-one-year-on
Tall Stories 90: the BeehiveTall Stories 90: the BeehiveWe head to Wellington to take a closer look at a particular wing of the New Zealand Parliament. Monocle contributor Clair Urbahn tells us the story of the Beehive.]]>We head to Wellington to take a closer look at a particular wing of the New Zealand Parliament. Monocle contributor Clair Urbahn tells us the story of the Beehive.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/tall-stories-90.mp3Mon, 22 Jan 2018 15:29:00 +000000:05:15https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-90-the-beehive
Temporary urbanismTemporary urbanismIt’s not all about pop-up cafés and gathering a couple of neighbours to set up a street market. Temporary urbanism can have a huge impact in cities, allowing planners to push some of their bolder and more unusual ideas through the bureaucracy of city hall.]]>It’s not all about pop-up cafés and gathering a couple of neighbours to set up a street market. Temporary urbanism can have a huge impact in cities, allowing planners to push some of their bolder and more unusual ideas through the bureaucracy of city hall.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/327.mp3Thu, 18 Jan 2018 19:02:00 +000000:21:14https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/temporary-urbanism
Tall Stories 89: the tin churchTall Stories 89: the tin churchThis week we head to the small village of Laragh near the Irish border, to hear the story of a tin church that is enduring the test of time thanks to the community’s restoration work.]]>This week we head to the small village of Laragh near the Irish border, to hear the story of a tin church that is enduring the test of time thanks to the community’s restoration work.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/tall-stories-89.mp3Mon, 15 Jan 2018 16:30:00 +000000:06:50https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-89-the-tin-church
What's new?What's new?As New York enters the new year with murder figures at a record low, we look at criminality in the US. We’ve also got a public-transport tale of two cities – Athens’ wi-fi wrangle and London’s Tube triumph – and a review of the smart cities at CES 2018.]]>As New York enters the new year with murder figures at a record low, we look at criminality in the US. We’ve also got a public-transport tale of two cities – Athens’ wi-fi wrangle and London’s Tube triumph – and a review of the smart cities at CES 2018.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/326.mp3Thu, 11 Jan 2018 19:02:00 +000000:30:23https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/whats-new
Tall Stories 88: Dubai World Trade CentreTall Stories 88: Dubai World Trade CentreWhen one thinks of Dubai, one thinks of its grand gestures. Today we hear the story of one of its first skyscrapers, the Dubai World Trade Centre.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/tall-stories-88.mp3Mon, 08 Jan 2018 16:06:00 +000000:05:04https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/tall-stories-88-dubai-world-trade-centre
The best of Tall Stories 2017The best of Tall Stories 2017We start the year with a look back at the best Tall Stories of 2017: from statues, to a garden gate and even cycling in a city.fullMonoclehttp://audio.monocle.com/the-urbanist/2018/01/325.mp3Thu, 04 Jan 2018 19:02:00 +000000:29:00https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-urbanist/the-best-of-tall-stories-2017